BNP Senior Joint Secretary General Ruhul Kabir Rizvi has said that without mutual cooperation, neither the state nor society can sustain itself — warning that such a void could lead to the rise of fascism.

Speaking at an event commemorating the sacrifices of youth during the July Movement, Rizvi emphasized that democracy thrives on dialogue, dissent, and the freedom to express differing opinions. He stated that it is only through mutual cooperation that democratic values within both the state and society can be preserved and strengthened.

Reflecting on the spirit of the July Movement, Rizvi said the united call of the youth continues to inspire today’s democratic struggles. He also made an emotional appeal by referencing the phrase “Pani lagbe pani” (We need water), suggesting that even in such simple words lies a powerful epic.

Rizvi added, “We must build a platform for national unity so that no more bright young lives — like Mugdha, Abu Saeed, or Wasim Akram — are lost. It’s time to come together before more dreams are shattered.”